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barrier treatment methods, and is far less invasive, with minimal
impact on family life or business operations during treatment.
1.3 However, the system is not a preventative barrier and it does
not provide residual protection. The Australian Standard AS 3660.2-
2000 states: “Baiting systems may be used to manage or eradicate
existing termite colonies and to monitor for future activity. They are not
prophylactic barrier systems and might not prevent future attack. They
may be used alone or in conjunction with conventional barrier systems.
Baiting can be useful in chronic re-infestation situations where other
methods have been unsuccessful. Baiting systems do not impede concealed
termite access into a building or structure.”(AS 3660.2-2000 page 23
section 6.5 Baiting Systems)
1.4 The NEMESIS TERMITE BAITING and MONITORING
SYSTEM is a proactive system which delivers an additional benefit
to professional pest managers. You can install a termite monitoring
system that is capable of intercepting termites as they forage
around a property, and, in some cases, prior to possible detectable
or observable entry into a structure. This allows the NEMESIS
termite bait to be applied for termite colony control outside a
structure. The NEMESIS TERMITE BAITING and MONITORING
SYSTEM effectively controls hidden termite nests. There is also
anecdotal evidence to suggest that termite feeding on structural
timbers is suppressed when the colony feeds on registered IGR
termite baits such as NEMESIS. This means that the risk of further
structural timber damage occurring is potentially reduced during
treatment. The system offers great flexibility for professional pest
managers as it is designed to be used either as a one-off treatment
or as part of a long term integrated management program with
provision for ongoing monitoring, in a wide range of situations.
1.5 The NEMESIS TERMITE BAITING and MONITORING
SYSTEM is intended to be used in any reasonable manner that the
professional pest manager determines to be appropriate for the
circumstances, subject to that usage being consistent with the
following:
The work follows registered label instructions.
The methodology is consistent with AS 3660, & this
NEMESIS PROCEDURES MANUAL.
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The client has been provided with a recent written
inspection report relating to timber pests or termites for the
property, including recommendations for additional
inspections from an expert building consultant if required,
and for remedial actions to reduce the impact of conducive
site conditions. It should contain a comprehensive set of
appropriate treatment options. This will enable the client to
make an informed decision based on full disclosure of all
reasonable treatment methods along with the associated
costs, risks and limitations. It is important that the
client/professional pest manager relationship is grown in an
open and transparent environment. Any suggested
treatment program should also highlight specific key
performance indicators or landmarks and incorporate a fall-
back position or mitigation plan.
1.6 WHY USE THE NEMESIS TERMITE BAITING and
MONITORING SYSTEM?
It works-- termite baiting has been proven to work in the
field and in the laboratory.
The value of termite baiting and monitoring is recognized in
AS 3660.2-2000.
It is proactive and offers very flexible treatment options.
It is clean, safe and easy to use.
Less disruptive compared to the installation of liquid
chemical termite barriers.
Environmentally acceptable.
The product is an unscheduled pesticide and not classified
as Dangerous Goods.
The product is not hazardous according to the criteria of
Worksafe Australia.
The product is made in Australia, by Australians, for
Australian conditions.
